Welcome to the latest issue of Showcase Istanbul, brought to you by Production Paradise. Presenting the top visual media news from the city's leading creative talent, as always more information can be found in our city directory.

If you're in Istanbul during April, be sure to check out our featured events:

• The 27th Istanbul International Film Festival, 5th - 20th April. Organised by the Istanbul Foundation for Culture and Arts and sponsored by Akbank.

• Istanbul International Fashion Film Festival, 12th April. A day-long film and fashion bazaar - the first event of its kind.

Our cover photo was shot by Yagmur Kizilok, represented by PPR.